Overall GPA vs IOE GPA

777Blue77
Sat, 11 Jan 2014 22:48:53 +0000

You should NOT put down your major GPA if it is lower than your cumulative GPA. That makes you look worse (compared to not having it on there at all). If your major GPA is lower than your cumulative GPA, only tell the recruiter (or application or whatever) if he/she asks about it. Why would you volunteer to make yourself look like a worse applicant?

Also, in some cases, you need to submit your transcript. They can tell from your transcript how well you are doing in your major classes.

In most cases, they just go by the GPA on your resume. They don’t bother asking for a transcript. You should always list your Cumulative GPA. Only list your major GPA if they ask for it or your Major GPA is higher than your cumulative . If your Major GPA is higher, then make sure to list both (Cumulative and Major).